2004 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger would be higher. 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 972 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
