2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
