2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | E-350 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |