2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 125 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Ranger | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
