1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 592 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
