2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 73 L |
