2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 556 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
