2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 417 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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, 2005 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4009 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 84 L |
