2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1049 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranger | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
