2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-350 | Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 35 L |