2002 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, both 2002 Ford Ranger and 2002 Honda Life were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 860 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Life |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
