2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |