2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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 Rover 45, 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 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
