2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 166 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1478 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
