1999 Fiat Scudo 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 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Scudo. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Scudo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
