1996 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 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 | 4260 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 84 L |
