2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Mustang | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |