2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
