2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2012 Nissan Quest. 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 2012 Nissan Quest. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |