2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Explorer and 2005 Ford E-250 are equipped with a 4,605 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |
