2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 186 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 44 L |
