2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |
