2005 Honda Lagreat vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2005 Honda Lagreat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Lagreat | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Lagreat | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3505 mm |
