2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 666 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
