2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | E-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |