2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford F-150 1998 Nissan Sunny
Make Ford Nissan
Model F-150 Sunny
Year Released 2000 1998
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2075 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1530 mm


 

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