1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 552 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
