2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (252 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Ranger | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |