2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 132 L |
