2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |
