2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1534 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
