2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
