2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Altima | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
