2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra 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 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 46 L |
