2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 824 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
