2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota 4Runner 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 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. 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) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |
