2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |