2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SS | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 125 L |
