2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford F-250

To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1625 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford F-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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2010 Ford F-250
Make Honda Ford
Model Accord F-250
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 2805 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 6253 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3967 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 115 L


 

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