Ford Ranger vs Suzuki Equator
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2012 Suzuki Equator
Overview
| Spec | Ford RangerXL | Suzuki EquatorBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XL | Base |
| Body style | Truck (SuperCrew) | Truck (Extended Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2012 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford RangerXL | Suzuki EquatorBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,350 | $17,899 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford RangerXL | Suzuki EquatorBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford RangerXL | Suzuki EquatorBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 270 hp (best) | 152 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft (best) | 171 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.3 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford RangerXL | Suzuki EquatorBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Towing capacity | 7,500 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,818 lbs (best) | 986 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,232 lbs | 3,686 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9 in (best) | 7.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 129 in (best) | 125.9 in |
| Length | 211 in (best) | 206.6 in |
| Width | 79 in (best) | 72.8 in |
| Height | 74 in (best) | 68.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford RangerXL | Suzuki EquatorBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Ranger | Suzuki Equator |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XL $33,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $17,899 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XL $36,850 MSRP | Comfort Package $19,299 MSRP |
| 3 | XLT $35,875 MSRP | Premium $22,799 MSRP |
| 4 | XLT $39,375 MSRP | Sport $25,699 MSRP |
| 5 | Lariat $43,755 MSRP | Sport $26,299 MSRP |
| 6 | Lariat $47,255 MSRP | Sport $28,699 MSRP |
| 7 | Raptor $57,070 MSRP | RMZ-4 $29,550 MSRP |