2002 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Venture |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
