2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 352 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
