2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 2009 Ford E-250 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. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-250 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
