2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
