2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Honda Element

To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-150 2011 Honda Element
Make Ford Honda
Model F-150 Element
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 4350 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 354 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1606 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1788 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2576 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L