2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |