1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
