2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 672 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
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-250 (500 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3950 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
