2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra.

Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-250 2008 Nissan Sentra
Make Ford Nissan
Model F-250 Sentra
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 1999 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 6250 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 55 L


 

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