2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 374 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Territory |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
