2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 544 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |