2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1591 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | E-350 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 88 L |
