2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
