2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
