2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Ford F-350

To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest.

Because 2012 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 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Quest 2012 Ford F-350
Make Nissan Ford
Model Quest F-350
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 548 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 6269 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 3967 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 132 L


 

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