2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
