2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |