2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 810 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
