2001 Ford EX vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1650 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | EX | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 125 L |
