2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150. 2009 Nissan Titan 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. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford F-150 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Titan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 4060 mm |