1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Ranger |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |