1992 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
