2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 500 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 Ford Escape, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
