2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1998 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-250 | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |