2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 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 114 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 252 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 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 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
