1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |