2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 327 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | HR-V | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 74 L |