2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
