2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
