2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1134 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.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
