1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,408 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 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1997 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
