2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ranger | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2860 mm |
