2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 322 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2840 mm |
