2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2620 mm |
