2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2007 Dacia Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Sandero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Ranger | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1111 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
