2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 517 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2006 Ford E-250 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 2006 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | E-250 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |