2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
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 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus 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 59 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 728 kg more than 2003 Kia Opirus. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-350 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
