2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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 2009 Nissan Altima. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
