2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 7 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), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1362 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Ranger | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranger | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2664 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |