2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3505 mm |
