2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
