2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,407 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1722 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 132 L |
