2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 837 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 969 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2008 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-250 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | E-250 | Aero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1090 mm |