2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream. 2011 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-350 | Stream |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
