2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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 75 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | E-350 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 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 | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 71 L |