2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 952 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |
