2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cruze | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
