2007 Acura TL vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 3 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, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL 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 1038 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
