2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 5,406 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 138 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-350 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
