2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
