2011 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 914 kg more than 2010 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-250 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 2011 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350, 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford E-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford E-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-250 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2154 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 62 L |
