2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
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 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
