2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 91 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 114 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-250 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |