2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |
