2011 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford E-350 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 127 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 876 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-350 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | E-350 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2541 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2760 mm |
