2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
