2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 374 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
