2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 7 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 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 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 142 L |
