2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 608 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |