1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
