2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Accord |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2298 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |