2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 2 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 132 L |
