2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2779 mm |
