2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
