2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 852 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2422 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 |
