2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
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 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 908 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
