2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-150 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |
