1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Territory |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
