2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 483 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.
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, 2004 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
