2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 77 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
