2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 132 L |
