1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
