2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 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 82 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1621 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota MR2 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 1997 Toyota MR2. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
