2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-250 | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |