2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
