1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 16 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4379 mm |
