2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Voyager 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 110 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2002 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | E-350 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
