2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1162 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 110 L |
