2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5400 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 | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 132 L |
