2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 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 125 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
