2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (495 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |
