2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 708 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | E-350 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
