2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
