2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
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 SSC Ultimate Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 928 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 280 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1008 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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.
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2009 Ford E-350 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | E-350 | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 1183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 1483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1090 mm |