2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-350 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |