2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 181 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
