2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | E-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |