2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Ford Probe
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe 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 140 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1998 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Probe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1320 mm |
