2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
