2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 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 (324 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 38 L |
