1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3510 mm |
