1996 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 72 kg more than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Taurus. (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Taurus. 1996 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Taurus | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taurus | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3198 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |