2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3510 mm |