1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1035 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4180 mm |
