2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. 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, 2010 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Altima | E-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |