2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2009 Ford E-350 and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 147 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | E-350 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |