2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 382 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Paseo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 920 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2390 mm |