2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Ford E-350 and 2006 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 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 153 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
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, 2006 Hyundai Matrix, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2006 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-350 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
