2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ariel Atom 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 146 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2003 Ariel Atom 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:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ariel | Ford |
| Model | Atom | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
