2003 Buick Century vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Century. 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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2003 Buick Century 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. 2003 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Century | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |