1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
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, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Primera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
