2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 140 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, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
