2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1577 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
