2000 Ford Equator vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 824 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Equator | Navara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2032 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 3210 mm |
