2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 111 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 51 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |