1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ranger | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
