2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
