2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1359 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | E-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3510 mm |