2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |
