2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
