1993 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2012 Ford F-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 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Maxima. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Maxima | F-350 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3967 mm |