2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Opel Combo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Combo. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Combo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1205 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
