2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 911 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 136 L |
