2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Celica. (169 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
