2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Voyager and 2006 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 765 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2006 Ford E-250 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 2006 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager, 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Voyager | E-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |