2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
