2002 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Ford Ranger and 2002 Saab 05-Sep 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 13 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Ranger | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
