2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 779 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-350 | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |