2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-150 | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |