2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2009 Ford E-250 and 2009 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-250 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |