1997 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-350 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |