2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (252 Nm). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ranger | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
