2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 5 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
