2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1047 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
