1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1158 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.
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 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranger | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
