2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |