2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Altima | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 115 L |
