2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 317 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Navara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |