2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 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 67 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2008 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-150 | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |