2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 884 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.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ 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, 2012 Toyota FJ 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
