2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-150 | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |