2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Xedos | Ford |
| Model | 9 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
