2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 272 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
