Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger costs RM17,288 more than the RM98,600 Nissan Navara, but it is the more complete Malaysian daily-driver proposition. Its 168 hp and 405 Nm only narrowly beat the Navara’s 161 hp and 403 Nm, yet the Ranger carries five rather than two, has driver/passenger, front-side and curtain airbags, stability control and ISOFIX. The Navara answers with a reverse camera and rear sensors, but its RM830 annual road tax is RM392 dearer than the Ranger’s RM438. For a two-seat work truck at the lower purchase price, the Navara remains rational.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need five seats, stronger safety equipment and a lower RM438 annual road tax.
Pick the Nissan Navara if the RM17,288 lower purchase price, reverse camera and rear parking sensors matter more than rear-seat capacity and safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Nissan Navara RM98,600.
- Power and torque: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Nissan Navara 161 hp and 403 Nm.
- Seating and doors: Ford Ranger five seats and four doors; Nissan Navara two seats and two doors.
- Weight: Ford Ranger 2,227 kg; Nissan Navara 1,828 kg.
- Annual road tax: Ford Ranger RM438; Nissan Navara RM830.
- Airbags: Ford Ranger gets driver/passenger, front-side and front/rear curtain airbags; Nissan Navara gets driver and passenger airbags.
Ranger
- Five seats and four doors.
- 168 hp and 405 Nm.
- Stability control, ISOFIX and curtain airbags.
- Costs RM17,288 more.
- Weighs 399 kg more.
- No reverse camera, rear parking sensors or folding wing mirrors.
Navara
- RM17,288 lower purchase price.
- Reverse camera and two rear parking sensors.
- 399 kg lighter.
- Only two seats and two doors.
- No stability control, ISOFIX, side airbags or curtain airbags.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM392 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888 | RM98,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 403 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Nissan |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,335 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 1,828 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 205R16C |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 205R16C |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-Zone Manual |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | — | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Multi-info Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Ranger vs Navara FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Nissan Navara better?
The Ford Ranger is better for family and mixed daily use because it has five seats, four doors, stronger safety equipment and slightly higher outputs of 168 hp and 405 Nm. The Nissan Navara suits buyers who only need two seats and want the lower RM98,600 entry price.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger costs RM115,888 and the Nissan Navara costs RM98,600, so the Ranger is RM17,288 more expensive.
Which truck has better safety equipment?
The Ford Ranger has the stronger safety specification: driver/passenger, front-side and curtain airbags, stability control, hill descent control and ISOFIX. The Nissan Navara has driver and passenger airbags plus ABS/EBD, but lacks stability control and ISOFIX.