2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
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 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 58 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 200 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Cresta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |