2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
