2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 912 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | NV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 106 L |
