2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Toyota Celica

To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.

Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 (262 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Ranger 2005 Toyota Celica
Make Ford Toyota
Model Ranger Celica
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1785 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 55 L


 

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