2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-250 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
