2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 2 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 114 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-350 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | E-350 | ION |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 49 L |