2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Ford Explorer and 2006 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2006 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |
