2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude 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 30 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-250 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
