2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
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 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane 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 114 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
