2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (232 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 Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-150 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |