2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
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 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |