2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
