2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 749 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.
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 E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
