2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |