2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 127 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 168 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
