2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 904 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-250 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
