2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 77 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 3010 mm |
