2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 862 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
