2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1287 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Pathfinder | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |