2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2001 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (382 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2001 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
