2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.

Because 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford E-350 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Ford Lotec
Model E-350 Testa de Oro
Year Released 2006 1996
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5407 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 12 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1656 kg


 

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