2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 77 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 432 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | E-350 | tC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |