2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Expedition and 2009 Ford E-350 are equipped with a 5,408 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 132 L |