2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 132 L |
