2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 176 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 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (262 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
