2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 863 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |