2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Renault Trafic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
