2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2006 Ford E-350 and 2006 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | E-350 | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |