2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 907 kg more than 1995 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Ranger | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |