1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 956 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
