2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |