2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | E-250 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 46 L |
