2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 359 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (315 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
