2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 8 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
