2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford E-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 2008 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-150 | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |