2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX 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 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |