2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1176 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 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, 2010 GMC Acadia, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | E-350 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |