2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1275 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |