2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,408 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 151 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 357 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
