1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
