2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
