2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1066 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 41 L |
