2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |