2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | E-350 | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |