2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-350 | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
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 | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |