2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | E-350 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
