2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 233 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
