2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sentra | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
