2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
