2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
