2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Stratus (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2006 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
