1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
