A Ranger equipped
with the German 4.0-liter overhead-cam V6 has an optional five-speed
automatic available complements each available engine with close
ratios for better throttle response when accelerating, towing a
trailer or driving off road.
The Ranger line
offers a range of options: Edge, Tremor, and FX4 models are available,
with upgraded audio and wheel packages. There are Regular Cab and
Super Cab extended-cab bodies, but no crew cab.
The 2005 Ranger
is available in XL, XLT, Edge, and FX4 and FX4 Level II trim levels,
in Regular Cab and two- and four-door Super Cab configurations.
It has two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. A 7-foot box option
is available on XLT Regular Cab Styleside models. Five-speed manual
and five-speed automatic transmissions are available.
The Ford Ranger
2005 has 3 engines to choose from: The 2.3-liter four-cylinder is
a modern dual overhead-cam design with four valves per cylinder
rated at 143 horsepower and 154 pound-feet of torque. The optional
3.0-liter V6 is a traditional overhead-valve engine rated 154 horsepower
and 180 pound-feet of torque. This engine has flexible fuel capability,
which can operate on ethanol, gasoline or any combination of the
two fuels in the same tank. This engine is standard on all 4x2 SuperCab
models equipped with a five-speed automatic transmission.
XLT adds chrome
trim, interior amenities (including a CD player, tilt wheel, full
carpeting), and useful truck accessories (rear step bumper, sliding
rear window, mud flaps). XLT 4WD models get step bars and fog lights,
16-inch aluminum wheels.
Edge models
feature upgraded shock tuning and larger wheels and tires. Edge
comes in 4x2 and 4x4 editions, but either way it rides at the 4x4
height. It also has either a 6-disc in-dash CD player or an MP3
player, depending on the model. The Tremor package includes an upgraded
Pioneer AM/FM/MP3/6CD system with a 510-watt amp, 10-inch bass subwoofer
and four large speakers. A high-output alternator keeps the current
flowing and white-faced gauges add interior style. The Tremor package
also includes five-spoke 16-inch wheels.
The FX4 comes
with heavy-duty shocks, skid plates, all-terrain tires, and a limited-slip
rear differential. The FX4 Level II package gets Bilstein shocks
tuned for improved handling on and off road. The package includes
a Torsen limited-slip axle, eight-hole Alcoa forged aluminum wheels
and 31x10.5-inch B.F. Goodrich All-Terrain T/A tires. It comes with
stainless steel front tow hooks, black wheel lip moldings, and skid
plates that cover the front suspension and differential, transfer
case, and fuel tank.
Standard safety
features include Four-wheel anti-lock brakes, frontal air bags and
safety belts with front pretensioners, outboard seating positions
and side intrusion door beams, LATCH child seat mounts are provided
in the front passenger seat on all models, 24-hour Roadside Assistance
on all models.
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