2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 899 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 74 L |