2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Reno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Reno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
