2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 10 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300, 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
