1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
