2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Expedition | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1275 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |