2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 5,409 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 97 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 47 L |