2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. Both 2006 Ford E-250 and 2005 Ford E-150 are equipped with a 4,605 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 225 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |
