2004 Chrysler Concorde 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 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. 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, 2004 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Concorde | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
