2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Toyota Camry, 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, 2007 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
