2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic 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 147 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-350 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
