2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 677 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford F-150 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Altima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2675 mm |