2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2008 Ford S-Max. 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-150 (388 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
