What is the difference between Santa Claus and the Lone Ranger?

The Lone Ranger and Santa Clause differ in one way. Santa Clause is a mythical character who goes from place to place to give out presents for the thousands of good for children. The Lone Ranger is a character who goes from place to place to protect and rescue the innocent or those unfairly treated.

Thus, in psychological terms, Santa Claus is a "Giver-Hero" and The Lone Ranger is a "Protector-Rescuer-Hero".