2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 763 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Quest |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |