2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2006 Ford Ranger are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
