2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 5,406 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 117 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1621 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | E-350 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2000 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
