2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | E-350 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
