2002 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ka | Ranger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |