2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Ford E-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 2011 Ford E-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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | E-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 337 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |