1990 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
