2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion tC 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion tC.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion tC. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2005 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2005 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | E-350 | tC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
