2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 692 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 654 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Ranger | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2650 mm |