2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |
