1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 GMC Savana

To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 988 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Ranger 2011 GMC Savana
Make Ford GMC
Model Ranger Savana
Year Released 1995 2011
Body Type Pickup Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 148 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 3100 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 711 Nm
Torque RPM 2650 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1428 kg 2416 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3429 mm