2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 74 L |
