2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-450 and 2008 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Ford F-450 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-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-450 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |