2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
