2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 743 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |