2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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-450 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Pathfinder | F-450 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 142 L |