2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 644 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Solara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
