2002 Dodge Razor vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 1 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Razor. 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Razor | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
