2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 5 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion tC weights approximately 164 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2011 Scion tC | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | E-250 | tC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |