1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 747 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 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranger | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
