1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 211 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3560 mm |
