1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Falcon. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |
