2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.

Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Ranger 2009 Nissan Armada
Make Ford Nissan
Model Ranger Armada
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 266 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 106 L


 

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