2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 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. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |