2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 934 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
