2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
