Ford F-150 XL vs Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6

2025 Ford F-150 XL studio car image
Ford

F-150 XL

2025 · Petrol Pickup

Comparison winners

3 metrics
0-100 winner Ford F-150 XL 6.5 s Runner-up: 7.0 s
Power winner Ford F-150 XL 325 hp Runner-up: 310 hp
Price winner Ford F-150 XL $36,015 Runner-up: $37,240

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford F-150 XL against the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6. Both belong to the pickup class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 7.0 seconds for 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6. 2025 Ford F-150 XL has the higher listed output at 325 hp; 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 is rated at 310 hp, a difference of 15 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Ford F-150 XL at 475 Nm and 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 at 381 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 has the lower recorded consumption at 11.2 L/100km; 2025 Ford F-150 XL is listed at 11.8 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Ford F-150 XL carries the higher towing rating at 4,082 kg, while 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 is listed at 2,948 kg. 2025 Ford F-150 XL is 592 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the lower listed starting price at $36,015, compared with $37,240 for 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6. 2025 Ford F-150 XL leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Ford F-150 XL2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V62025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s7.0 s
Top Speed190 km/h175 km/h
Power325 hp310 hp
Torque475 Nm381 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank98 L80 L
Efficiency11.8 L/100km11.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions270 g/km256 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,885 mm5,293 mm
Ground Clearance218 mm231 mm
Curb Weight2,135 kg2,051 kg
Towing4,082 kg2,948 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle14.1 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$36,015$37,240

Ford F-150 XL vs Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford F-150 XL or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Ford F-150 XL is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 7.0 seconds for 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford F-150 XL or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the higher listed top speed at 190 km/h (118 mph), compared with 175 km/h (109 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford F-150 XL or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Ford F-150 XL has more power at 325 hp, a 15 hp advantage over 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6.

Which can tow more, the 2025 Ford F-150 XL or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the higher listed towing capacity at 4,082 kg (8,999 lb), compared with 2,948 kg (6,499 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford F-150 XL or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Ford F-150 XL is heavier at 2,135 kg (4,707 lb), while 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6 is listed at 2,051 kg (4,522 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford F-150 XL or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $36,015 USD, compared with $37,240 USD for 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford F-150 XL or the 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 3.8L V6?

2025 Ford F-150 XL leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.