1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 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), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 682 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 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Ranger | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
