2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 5408 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |
