2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 946 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
