2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Ranger | Griffith |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |