2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Ranger | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
