2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 227 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
