1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 112 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, 2006 Nissan Murano, 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Murano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |