2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Previa. 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Previa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |