2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 994 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
