2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2840 mm |
