2005 Ford E-250 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 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 84 L |
