2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Ford Ecosport
To start off, 2012 Ford Ecosport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ecosport.
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, 2012 Ford Ecosport, 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ecosport. (170 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ecosport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2012 Ford Ecosport | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Ecosport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
