2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2006 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| 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 | 310 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1935 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 65 L |
