2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |