2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 362 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Corolla, 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 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
