2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,605 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-150 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |