2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 974 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2840 mm |
