2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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-350 (475 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
