2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 883 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | E-350 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
