1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 14 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
