2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150. 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-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | E-150 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
