2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |