2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 132 L |
