2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 5,408 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 192 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (139 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1136 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
