2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Econovan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1788 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |