2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Frontier | E-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 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 | 132 L |