1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | Ranger |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |