2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 6 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 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 82 L |