2002 Toyota Allion vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 167 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Allion | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Allion | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3193 mm |
