2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3489 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
