2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 11 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 628 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Fit |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |