2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 82 L |
