2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 243 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
