2012 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-350 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
