2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 393 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 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |