2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Titan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3560 mm |