2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 4 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
