2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger 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 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 84 L |