2011 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Edge would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Ford E-350.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-350 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2541 kg | 2583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 132 L |
