1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 321 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |