2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1996 Ford Probe
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Ford Probe. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Probe.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Probe. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1996 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Probe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
