2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Ranger | Breeze |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |