2012 Ford Flex vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 868 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Flex | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Flex | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2440 mm |
