2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,408 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 973 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |