1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Ford Ranger

To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 286 kg more than 1999 Dodge Avenger.

Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Avenger 2007 Ford Ranger
Make Dodge Ford
Model Avenger Ranger
Year Released 1999 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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