2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1193 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |