2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | E-350 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
