2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 222 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2003 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
