2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-450 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 82 L |
