2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 511 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-150 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |