2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 698 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ranger | Nano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
