2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |