2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara, 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Solara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |