1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 439 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3246 mm |