1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ranger | Equator |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |