2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1227 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 2010 Ford F-250 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 2010 Ford F-250. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Maxima | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 115 L |
