2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
