2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | SSR | E-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |