2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2389 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
