2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
