Petrol engines (Ford Ranger) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Nissan Navara) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.
Performance
Power:
166 HP
160 HP
Torque:
226 NM
403 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
12 seconds
Ford Ranger engine produces 6 HP more power than Nissan Navara, but torque is 177 NM less than Nissan Navara.
Because of the higher ground clearance, Nissan Navara can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.
Dimensions
Length:
5.28 m
5.30 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.70 m
1.81 m
Ford Ranger is 2 cm shorter than the Nissan Navara, 1 cm wider, while the height of Ford Ranger is 10 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
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Turning diameter:
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12.4 meters
Gross weight:
2`925 kg
3`010 kg
Net weight:
1`670 kg
1`948 kg
Load capacity:
1`255 kg
1`062 kg
Ford Ranger load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 15 procentiem more than Nissan Navara. Therefore, Ford Ranger is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.