2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 (251 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2290 mm |
