1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 342 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick LeSabre. 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
