2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 813 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (252 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| 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 | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
