2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Honda Fit

To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 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 116 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford E-250 2008 Honda Fit
Make Ford Honda
Model E-250 Fit
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1224 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 41 L


 

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