2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
