2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2730 mm |
