2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Voyager | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |