2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 378 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |