1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
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, 1992 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
