2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 966 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 65 L |