2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
