2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1138 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-350 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
