2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 1522 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 132 L |