2005 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |