2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1999 Nissan Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2450 mm |