2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |