2000 Honda Z vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Z | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
