2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 826 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
