2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford F-150 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make Ford Nissan
Model F-150 Qashqai
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2125 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5380 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 65 L


 

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