2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
