2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Xterra | E-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |