1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
