2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
