1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara, 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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Solara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |