1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |