1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 11 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |