2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia

To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.

Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-350 1996 Skoda Felicia
Make Ford Skoda
Model E-350 Felicia
Year Released 2009 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2460 mm