2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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 201 kg more than 2011 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |