2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 85 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra.

Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford F-450 2006 Nissan Xterra
Make Ford Nissan
Model F-450 Xterra
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6400 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 3000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 881 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 6670 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 2430 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 4390 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 80 L


 

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