1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-350. (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
