1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 6 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Ranger | Monaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |