2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Note would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Note |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 46 L |
