2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 97 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
