2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2006 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |