2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pathfinder | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |
