2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 402 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Navara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 404 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |