1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
