2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 548 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | E-350 | Impala |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |