2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 651 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 2009 Ford E-250 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 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-250 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |