2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |