2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 4 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 116 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | E-350 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
