2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
