2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
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 Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
