2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 Ford E-350 and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
