2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG TF 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 96 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (159 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 MG TF has manual transmission. 2006 MG TF 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.
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2009 Ford E-350 | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | E-350 | TF |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |