2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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-250 (548 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Titan | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 132 L |
