2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 286 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
