2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Solara 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara, 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |