2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest.

Because 2011 Ford F-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford F-250 2012 Nissan Quest
Make Ford Nissan
Model F-250 Quest
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 548 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Vehicle Length 6269 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2029 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1966 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 3967 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 76 L