1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2001 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
