2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 82 L |