2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 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 154 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-350 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
