2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |