2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 592 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Seat Toledo, 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranger | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
