2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2002 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 411 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2546 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2760 mm |