2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 861 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
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 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
