2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Gloria has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Gloria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1998 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-350 | Gloria |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |