1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
