2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S90 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 Volvo S90.
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, 1996 Volvo S90 (267 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | S90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
