2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 433 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |