2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 988 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 125 L |