2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
