2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 574 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.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-350 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |