2002 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Nissan President.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 1998 Nissan President | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | President |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |
