2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Speedster. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ranger | Speedster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |