2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1582 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
