2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
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 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio 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 212 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1772 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-350 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2320 mm |
