2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
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 F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-450. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-450.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-450 | F-450 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 144 L |