2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2005 Ford F-350 and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 581 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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-350 (495 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-350 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-350 | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1831 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 84 L |