2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
