2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
