2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| 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 | 149 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3510 mm |
