1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2824 mm |
