2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 132 L |
