2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |