2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 796 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2550 mm |
