2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
