2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
