2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
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 Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 170 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-250 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |