1990 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 84 L |
