2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
