2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Pacifica and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
