2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2510 mm |