2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 515 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| 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 | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
