2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 844 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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-450 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Quest | F-450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 142 L |