2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
