2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 5,406 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 125 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1581 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-350 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
