2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1554 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 96 L |
