2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
