1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Life |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
