1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 349 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Polo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
