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 (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 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 646 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |