2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2012 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | HR-V | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
