2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1227 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 47 L |
