2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Note |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
