2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City 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 171 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover City weights approximately 74 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, 2003 Rover City, 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City 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 | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | E-350 | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 37 L |