2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Palio 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1275 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |