2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
