2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis 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 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
