2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |