2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 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 1411 kg more than 2008 Ford F-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, 2008 Ford F-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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 144 L |
