2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 142 L |
