2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 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 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 463 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-150 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |