1995 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Ranger |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |