1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 504 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 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Pilot |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2774 mm |