2005 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
