2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,406 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 156 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1666 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
