2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner
Make Ford Toyota
Model E-250 4Runner
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 226 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5900 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 87 L


 

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