1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Metro | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
