2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 72 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
