1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 347 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Previa |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |