2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 106 kg more than 1995 Rover 600.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Ranger | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2730 mm |