2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Peugeot 206

To start off, both 2004 Ford Ranger and 2004 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Ranger 2004 Peugeot 206
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Ranger 206
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1123 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 94 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 50 L