2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 135 L |
