2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |