2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Ford FPV BF GT and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 FPV BF GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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 FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | FPV BF GT | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 73.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |