2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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, 2007 Pontiac G5, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G5. (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Ranger | G5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |