2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-250 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
