2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 122 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |