2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
