2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
