2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 956 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Altima |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |