2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 1316 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-350 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3496 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 | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |