2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
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 Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2005 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
