2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 3 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2009 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | GT-R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |