2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
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 Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 143 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
