2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 618 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | E-350 | Aurora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |