2006 Ford GT vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |