2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-150 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |