2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |