2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
