2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |