2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-150 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 115 L |