2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 Honda Fit, 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Fit 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-350 | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |