2007 Ford F-450 vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-450 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2840 mm |