2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
