2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1239 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm). This means 2005 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:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2530 mm |