2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 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 5,409 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 82 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 573 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, 2011 Dodge Avenger, 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | E-350 | Avenger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |