2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 448 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |