2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2488 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |