Compare performance (170 HP vs 281 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Ford Ranger?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Nissan Interstar is markedly cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,280 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers substantially more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 368 km more than the Ford Ranger.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Ranger offers clearly more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers substantially more torque with 697 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 317 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Ranger offers more seats – 5 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is moderately lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries clearly more – 1,447 kg compared to 989 kg. That’s a difference of about 458 kg.
The Ford Ranger holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.
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The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
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Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
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Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
410 km
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Electric Range
42 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Pickup
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Seats
3
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
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Width
1,918 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 170 HP
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Power HP
240 - 281 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Ford
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