1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Mangusta | E-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 226 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3510 mm |