2006 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Escape and 2009 Ford Ranger are equipped with a 2,260 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |