2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
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 Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Platina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Platina |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |