2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
