2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2840 mm |
