2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford TE-50. (435 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | TE-50 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
