1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 991 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Ranger |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |