2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
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 Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
