2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
