2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 302 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
