2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 171 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Ranger | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
