2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1794 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 | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
