2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 508 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |