2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Suzuki Aerio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
