2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 963 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford E-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-250 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-250 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |