2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2930 mm |