2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
