2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | CRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
