2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-350 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |