1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 28 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Ranger | IS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
