2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
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 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 1201 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | E-350 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |