2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | HR-V | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
