1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Yaris | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
