2011 Ford F-450 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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 F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-450 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-450 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1085 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 150 L |
