2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |