2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (170 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-250 | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |