2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
