2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 933 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ranger | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
