2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. 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-250 (389 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
