2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 728 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
