2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-350 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |