1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 711 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.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Flex |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2994 mm |
