1994 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2060 mm |
