2000 Nissan Pickup vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 2003 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Pickup | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Pickup | F-150 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |