1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin is newer by 7 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 795 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Twin, 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Twin |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1810 mm |
