2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1048 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | E-350 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
