2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.

Because 2007 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 2007 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford F-150 2002 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model F-150 Accord
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3520 mm 2580 mm


 

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