2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
