2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 2001 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 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-350 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1973 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 |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |