2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 302 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
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 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
