1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 394 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Ranger | Liberty |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2695 mm |