2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |
