2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2004 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
